The new Galaxy Note 4 looks like a huge improvement over the Galaxy Note 3 in terms of design and hardware. The software looks amazing too (something we haven't really seen from Samsung). Also, is it just me or does the phone look lag-free?
The sides are now finally made out of metal and they look well-machined just like as in the iPhones (about time Samsung). American version comes with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 805 so pretty pleased with that. The cameras on the Galaxy Note 4 seem a bit overkill though, seriously 16MP with OIS AND a 3.7MP front facing camera?
IMO, this could be my new phone soon. Honestly getting sick of Apple and the new iPhone 6 is just a 4.7" iPhone 5S with some new software and a new chip. Nothing new. And I've come to realize how important battery life is to me. I want a replaceable battery, so this is why I'm leaning more towards a Samsung phone now (most likely the Galaxy Note 4).
Oh yeah and here's the Gear VR which is Samsung's new virtual reality gaming platform that uses the Galaxy Note 4:
Seems pretty cool, but I don't play console games so I'm just buying the Galaxy Note 4. But I can definitely see virtual reality gaming being the next big thing. Btw, Samsung developed the Gear VR with Oculus VR, a US based virtual reality tech firm.
The Galaxy Note 4 sports a 2K Super AMOLED display, a Samsung built technology. The 3GB of LPDDR3 RAM most likely comes from either Samsung or SK Hynix (I would have to research this further). The International and US variants of the Galaxy Note 4 will use the Qualcomm based Snapdragon 805 whereas the Korean variant will use Samsung's new Exynos 5433. Sapphire glass is used for camera glass. The 16MP OIS camera is a new Sony sensor. 3.7MP front facing camera sensor has an unconfirmed source (either Samsung or Sony?)
On September 08 2014 01:48 Fazers wrote: Is $80 a good deal for a Nexus 7 16 GB 2013 used? My friend is getting rid of it and I am possibly interested.
On September 08 2014 01:48 Fazers wrote: Is $80 a good deal for a Nexus 7 16 GB 2013 used? My friend is getting rid of it and I am possibly interested.
That seems like a pretty great deal to me.
Unfortunately, I was second in line. And it was bought. Ugh..
moto g on t mobile was such an amazing phone for the old ppl in my family that refused to move into the smartphone world (my dad and my grandma). Especially my oldman, for someone who likes technology so much was really stubborn and was rocking that flip phone for bazillion years. The 2014 version will be even better because one of chief complaints from these old people about smartphones is the display size and having to squint to read those damn small texts.
As we mentioned back in June, we have been working on bringing the "Post-Play" feature to Chromecast. We are pleased to announce that it is now ready and will be available over the next few days to all members using Chromecast with compatible mobile phones or tablets. PC support will follow soon.
We increased the countdown slightly to allow for more time to grab your phone or tablet, but otherwise it works just like the other devices that already support “Post-Play”.
iFixit has gotten ahold of the Moto 360 and applied the usual spudgers and heat packs to rip open the little round smartwatch. There weren't too many surprises (everything is round!) except for the battery: it's smaller than advertised.
While combing through Nvidia’s (NASDAQ: NVDA) legal documents posted on the company’s website, Bright Side of News*’ sources pointed to a very interesting sentence that many may have overlooked or simply never seen.
The legal document in question is Nvidia’s own claim with the ITC claiming that Qualcomm (NASDAQ: QCOM) and Samsung (KRX:005935) are infringing upon its GPU technology patents. The document in question, which obviously had to go through Nvidia legal before becoming public is essentially a corporate confirmation of the previous Nexus 9 and HTC (TPE: 2498) rumors.
Nvidia’s document specifically states, “the HTC Nexus 9, expected in the third quarter of 2014, is also expected to use the Tegra K1.” So, based on what’s known that there will without a doubt be a Nexus 9 made by HTC with Nvidia’s Tegra K1, but we also know that it should be expected in the third quarter of this year. All of this essentially confirms all of the rumors we’ve and gives an expected time frame which hasn’t been confirmed by anyone else.
Personally I won't ever touch a Dell product. I'm sure at some point in time they made quality products but after having to repair their horrible, low-quality PCs for 5-6 years I'd rather have a Chinese knockoff brand.
It's funny because people would always come into the store asking if we sold Dells, then glance at the PC repair counter and see that 90% of our repairs were Dells and change their mind.
So guys, I need to choose and I need help deciding. I was waiting for Nexus 9 to come out so I can use it with my android phone, but I've heard many rumors confirm the price will be $399 (too much for my cheap butt).
There is a special sale I know that I can acquire a brand new ipaid mini /w retina for $250, but the problem is, I would be using an android phone and iOS tablet (2 different ecosystems), so if I buy apps, then I can't share them between the two devices. Or I might just switch to iPhone 5 (not 6, for cost efficiency reasons)
Anyway what do you guys think....? Should I wait or pull the trigger? Do you guys really share apps between tablet and phone anyway?
On September 12 2014 05:20 Serejai wrote: Personally I won't ever touch a Dell product. I'm sure at some point in time they made quality products but after having to repair their horrible, low-quality PCs for 5-6 years I'd rather have a Chinese knockoff brand.
It's funny because people would always come into the store asking if we sold Dells, then glance at the PC repair counter and see that 90% of our repairs were Dells and change their mind.
It's a miracle to keep a device for 6 years haha :D I've got a Dell XPS 12 and a Dell Venue 8 Pro right now, both are really nice devices. Dell is especially innovative with some of their mobile stuff. But I agree, it's not really reliable, I know someone who's had problems with his Dell tablet and had to make exchanges like 3 or 4 times, before giving up altogether.
Chromecast has a little something for everyone in the family to enjoy, and today we’re adding even more options for kids, music lovers and gamers.
For kids of all ages, we're introducing the WATCH Disney, WATCH Disney Junior and WATCH Disney XD apps. So now you'll be able to watch Girl Meets World, Doc McStuffins, and Star Wars Rebels on demand from the Disney Android and iOS apps. (To watch live stream of the network or recent episodes, you’ll need to sign in with a participating TV provider account.)
Music aficionados can now cast and blast music from the best speakers in the house with iHeartRadio. The app lets you listen to more than 1,500 live radio stations from all over the U.S. or customize your own.
You can also join 60 million gamers on Twitch to watch and talk about video games. Get insights from both casual gamers and some of the biggest professional players competing in sold out stadiums. Cast Twitch content from the web, Android and iOS apps.
I can't wait for the Sony Xperia Z3 to come out in the US, though it might be hard to get a hold of since I have AT&T. It looks like it has everything I need (fast, really good camera, long battery life, not too big), while looking pretty slick as well. I heard it's not easily rootable (without messing up the camera software) but hopefully that's figured out eventually. At least Sony's Android skin isn't too heavy so it's not a huge deal.
The next generation of Google’s Android operating system, due for release next month, will encrypt data by default for the first time, the company said Thursday, raising yet another barrier to police gaining access to the troves of personal data typically kept on smartphones.
Android has offered optional encryption on some devices since 2011, but security experts say few users have known how to turn on the feature. Now Google is designing the activation procedures for new Android devices so that encryption happens automatically; only somebody who enters a device's password will be able to see the pictures, videos and communications stored on those smartphones.
The move offers Android, the world’s most popular operating system for smartphones, a degree of protection that resembles what Apple on Wednesday began providing for iPhones, the leading rival to devices running Android operating systems. Both companies have now embraced a form of encryption that in most cases will make it impossible for law enforcement officials to collect evidence from smartphones – even when authorities get legally binding search warrants.
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